sau6 zing1受精
Jyutpingsau6 zing1
Yalesauh jīng
Definition
To be fertilized; the fusion of sperm and egg to form a new organism.
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How it's used
Primarily used in scientific or educational contexts, this term is rarely heard in casual daily conversation. It functions as a formal biological process description rather than a common verb for everyday activities. When discussing the outcome of this process, speakers often use the noun form 受精卵 instead of the verb itself.
Examples
The biological fertilization process is very complex.
How does this type of flower get fertilized?
Related words
Common phrases
fertilized egg or zygote
artificial insemination
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